Starting Saturday, Sept. 1, Carleton University students will be treated to a variety of events and activities aimed at helping them start the school year on the right foot.
Events planned for new and returning students include:
Residence Move-In
Fall Orientation volunteers assist first-year residence students to move in. Volunteers help students carry students’ belongings to their residence rooms to ensure move-in is quick and efficient.
Note: Carleton President, Roseann Runte will be in attendance, welcoming new students from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
When:
Saturday, Sept. 1 and 2, 2012
8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location:
All residence buildings
Anticipated Attendance:
2,000
Parent Reception
The Parent Reception is an opportunity to gather with staff, faculty members and other parents to celebrate the launch of the academic year.
Note: Carleton President, Roseann Runte will be in attendance. Contact Steven Reid, 613-520-2600 ext. 8718 for specific times.
When:
Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012
5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Location:
River Building Galleria
Anticipated Attendance:
200
Official Opening
This marks the beginning of Orientation Week events, with welcome messages from key Carleton community members.
Note: Carleton President, Roseann Runte will provide a welcome address to the class of 2016.
When:
Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012
7:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Location:
Fieldhouse
Anticipated Attendance: 3,000
Success Workshops and Survival U Play
Students attend a Student Success Workshop and a theater play by Sock ‘n’ Buskin titled “Survival U.” Both address common issues first-year students encounter and highlight appropriate resources students can utilize on campus.
When:
Monday, Sept. 3, 2012
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Various Lecture Halls and the Fieldhouse
Anticipated Attendance:
3,000+
NBC Stand Up for Diversity
Students will attend a comedy show featuring three comedians from NBC’s Stand Up for Diversity program, which aims to showcase the talent of diverse performers.
When:
Monday, Sept. 3, 2012
8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Location:
Fieldhouse
Anticipated Attendance:
3,000
K’NAAN Concert
K’NAAN will perform at this year’s annual Fall Orientation concert. K’NAAN has received several JUNO awards and is widely known for his song “Waving Flag” which was selected as the World Cup theme.
When:
Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012
8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Location:
P12
Anticipated Attendance:
3,200
Academic Orientation
This event enables new students to become accustomed to academia at Carleton. It includes a BBQ, open houses for faculty and degree programs and the New Student Convocation. This exciting event provides students with a sneak-peek into graduation and includes a regalia-filled procession, a speech from the president and an inspirational guest speaker.
When:
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012
8:30 a.m.
Location:
Fieldhouse
Anticipated Attendance:
3,000+
Expo Carleton
Student groups will have the opportunity to showcase and present their campus club, society or service to first-year students.
When:
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012
7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Location:
Ravens Nest
Anticipated Attendance:
3600
Carleton’s Got Talent & MTV’s The Buried Life
Carleton’s Got Talent will provide a venue for student groups to perform during Fall Orientation and showcase their group to first-year students. Groups compete for the title of “Most Talented Campus Group” and $500 of additional club funding. Immediately following the contest, MTV’s The Buried Life will be performing a 90-minute inspirational showcase about making the most out your university experience.
Note: Carleton President, Roseann Runte will be on the judging panel from 8:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
When:
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012
8:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Location:
Fieldhouse
Anticipated Attendance:
3,000
Shine Day
Shinerama is Canada’s largest post-secondary fundraiser involving schools from across the nation raising money for cystic fibrosis. Carleton’s goal this year is to raise $50,000.
For live footage, we recommend targeting both Bank Street and Sunnyside Avenue. We can arrange to have an event co-ordinator meet you onsite. Please call to arrange.
When:
Friday, Sept. 7, 2012
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location:
Various locations across Ottawa
Anticipated Attendance:
500
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For more information
Steven Reid
Media Relations Officer
Carleton University
(613) 520-2600, ext. 8718
(613) 240-3305
Steven_Reid3@Carleton.ca
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